A001_Questions_and_Answers_RFQ-PO201531201.pdf

Solicitation Number: RFQ-PO201531201 (Philippines Waste to Energy Desk Study)

Amendment 001 (A001) Q&A (in Bold and Red)

Q1: It is in regards to the statement that the feasibility study has to be up to the standards of "Waste to Energy" standards. Should this be something we have to check if it is in accordance with the US EPA/ASME/ANSI or whether this in accordance to the standards according to Philippines governmental regulations.

A1: The selected Contractor would be expected to determine if the work product is in accordance with generally accepted waste-to-energy industry standards and the professional acceptability for that industry, taking into account appropriate regulations in the Philippines.

Q2: Would the technical consultant be provided office space, parking, internet access etc while working on this project in Arlington VA at USTDA offices, or do they have to arrange it themselves.

A2. No, Travel to USTDA’s office is not essential for offerors located outside of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

Q3: The time of delivery is confusing between 3.0; Period of performance and 7.2 in the Statement of Work PDF posted on FedbizOpps. Please clarify

A3. The period of performance is the lifespan of the contract starting when the contract officer signs the contract. The Period of Performance for this Contract shall be eight months from the date of the Contracting Officer's signature on the Contract. Deliverable date is set for the contractor to provide either a draft or final report (Acceptance by COR)… The Contractor shall submit all deliverables under this contract to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on or about September 30, 2015.